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School of Music appoints new Open School Convenor

ANU has appointed leading ACT music educator Kevin Knapp as the new Open School Convenor.

Professor Malcolm Gillies, Interim Head of the ANU School of Music said Mr Knapp has the energy, musical insight and drive to further the Open School's programs.

"Kevin brings a wealth of knowledge to the role. He will continue strengthen our existing relationships and develop new and exciting programs with secondary schools and colleges across Canberra," Professor Gillies said.

"As an accomplished performer on trumpet, Mr Knapp will be able to guide current students academically and professionally, providing them with industry knowledge."

Mr Knapp joins the ANU from St Francis Xavier where he has been teaching music since 2013.

He is a national councillor for music education and is also the immediate past president of the ACT Music Educators Network, a state chapter of the Australian Society for Music Education, where he worked as a strong advocate for the development of music in the pre-tertiary college environment.

He started in February, in preparation for the start of classes for 2017.